Cuba as a country may have moved to the left – but on the roads they drive on the right. Joking aside, driving in Cuba is not straightforward, but also not as difficult as some sources may have you believe. If you really want to get to the more far flung (and less touristy) parts of the island it’s a …
Travelling with kids is always tricky – depending on what age they are, there are certain things which parents require to make holidays with children easier. Here’s our guide to how to handle Cuba with kids. Many parents opt for packages because they know that the big providers like Thomson specialize in child friendly holidays. A typical parents holiday wish …
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I’m an anxious person. I admit it. Unfortunately all the worries and anxiety I get before a big trip (yes I know I’m lucky to be privileged enough to get anxious about exotic holidays) translate into obsessing about my packing. It’s a running joke in my household but I’ve found a few ways to manage it which help. Firstly I …
The highlight of a visit to Viñales is getting up early to walk through the valley floor. Even if you are not a morning person it simply has to be done as the benefits are incredible. Wake up at six and follow a winding path through tobacco fields and the Mogotes and you can enjoy the following: Stunning views as the …
On arrival at Villa Mojito we were given a warm welcome by Juanito as he prepared a fresh mojito for us served with mint grown in his garden. It was welcome refreshment after our long drive from Havana. Villa Mojito is slightly off the main road in Viñales town, but still only a ten minute walk from where the private …
Trinidad is one of the most visited cities in Cuba by tourists. It’s a popular stop on most itineraries due to the gorgeous cobbled streets and colonial Spanish architecture. There are no shortage of places to stay once you get there, though the casa particulares are a very attractive option with fewer hotels to choose from. La Casona 254 was …
Havana has some great accommodation options – you can either choose to stay in one of the ornate colonial hotels which are a sightseeing attraction in themselves, or a casa particular which is a local home. Both options have positives and negatives depending on what is important to you. Hotels will likely have more facilities, though it is possible to …
Part of Cuba’s charm is that it’s so unusual. Years of Communism and a trade embargo have ensured that the fundamental currency structures, which many in the West are used to, are completely different. Planning a trip to Cuba is incredibly exciting, but there are lots of questions, and what money to take is generally the most pressing. While not all …
Cuba is a large island with so much to see and do that it can feel overwhelming to the visitor, so it’s good to go there with a travel plan in mind. Whether you are interested in Cuban culture, or simply want to learn more about one of its most revered adopted citizens, a Hemingway tour is a great way …